1999 Mercedes Benz 300
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1999: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 4 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2002 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1999 Mercedes Benz 300. The contact stated that he attempted to start the vehicle but the engine would not start. The contact exited the vehicle and tried to lock the doors but noticed that the key was not working.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-24
Without warning the rear brake lights failed to illuminate due to a faulty base circuit.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-14
Power train
1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Consumer stated the transmission failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-14
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing hoses/lines/piping/fittings.
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Engine fuel line leaking, causing fuel to fume into engine compartment which may result in a fire. Dealer cannot resolve the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-06-14
Air bags
1 of 6 total reports mentions: air bags, most commonly citing sensor/control module.
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The air bag sensor light illuminated on the console, consumer contacted mercedes and they informed him that an air bag sensor was defective. Please describe details.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-14
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1999 Mercedes Benz 300 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1999 Mercedes Benz 300 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1999 Mercedes Benz 300?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Mercedes Benz 300 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.